Taco Bell Mexican Pizza Recipe
Introduction
Craving the bold, zesty fusion of flavors found in the iconic Taco Bell Mexican Pizza? Now, you can recreate this fan favorite at home, layering crisp tortillas, seasoned beef, savory beans, and gooey cheese for a fast-casual meal that never disappoints. This copycat recipe captures everything you love about the original, making it a must-try for quick weeknight dinners or a fun weekend feast.
What sets the Taco Bell Mexican Pizza apart is its unique combination of textures: the crispy base, a hearty and flavorful filling, and a melty cheese topping—all brought together by a tangy, tomato-rich sauce.
Why This Mexican Pizza Outshines Store-Bought
Homemade Mexican Pizza means fresher ingredients and the flexibility to adjust seasonings, heat level, and protein to your taste. The result? Layers of toasty tortillas, robust taco meat, creamy refried beans, and a cheese blanket that bubbles up golden in the oven. It’s a fun family dinner or crowd-pleaser appetizer that comes together in under 30 minutes.
Building Layers of Deliciousness
The secret to a standout Mexican Pizza is in building sturdy, crunchy layers. Start by crisping your flour tortillas, then add seasoned ground beef and beans for a hearty filling. Top with a homemade or jarred Mexican-style pizza sauce and loads of shredded cheese.
Prepping your vegetables and toppings quickly and uniformly is a breeze with a reliable Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper, perfect for dicing tomatoes, onions, and jalapeños.
Cooking and Assembling the Taco Bell Mexican Pizza
Crispiness makes all the difference. For perfectly even, golden tortillas without the excess oil, use an COSORI Air Fryer 9-in-1, Compact & Large 6-Qt, Grey. Simply air-fry tortillas for a sturdy foundation. Brown your taco meat in a quality nonstick pan like the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch so nothing sticks—making cleanup easier.
After assembling, a quick bake or air fry will melt the cheese beautifully. For easy oven use and less mess, line your baking sheet with Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll, 45 Square Feet.
Serving Suggestions for Authentic Flair
Once out of the oven, load your Mexican Pizzas with freshly chopped tomatoes, scallions, sliced black olives, or even jalapeños for heat. Serve them with sides of salsa, sour cream, guacamole, and a wedge of lime. For a complete meal, toss a fresh salad in a Bentgo Salad Container – 54 oz Bowl, Khaki Green and enjoy crunchy, zesty goodness alongside your main dish.
Nutritional Information and Serving Size
Each pizza typically serves 2 and contains roughly 550–650 calories, depending on the toppings and cheese. For lighter options, use low-fat meat and cheese, or substitute black beans for the ground meat.
Homemade Taco Bell Mexican Pizza Recap
This Taco Bell Mexican Pizza delivers classic fast-food flavors in a fresh, customizable, and irresistibly crispy format. Layered, cheesy, and packed with savory fillings, it’s the ultimate way to enjoy Taco Tuesday—or any night you crave a crowd-pleasing treat!
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. If using an air fryer, preheat according to manufacturer’s directions.
- Brush both sides of each tortilla lightly with oil or use an YARRAMATE 16oz/470ml Oil Sprayer for Cooking, Black. Place tortillas in a single layer (working in batches if needed) and cook in your COSORI Air Fryer 9-in-1 at 370°F for 3–4 minutes per side, or bake on a Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll-lined sheet, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp. Set aside.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown ground beef. Use a Farberware Professional Heat Resistant Nylon Meat and Potato Masher, Black to break meat into crumbles. Drain excess fat. Add taco seasoning and ¼ cup water, simmering until thickened, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Warm refried beans until spreadable. Spread a generous layer of beans onto each of two crisp tortillas. Top each with an even layer of seasoned beef.
- Place another tortilla on top of each stack to sandwich the filling. Spread each top with sauce and sprinkle liberally with shredded cheese.
- Transfer assembled pizzas to the lined baking sheet or air fryer and cook for 5–7 minutes, or until cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and cool slightly. Top with diced tomatoes, scallions, black olives, and other desired toppings. Slice into quarters and serve immediately.
Cook and Prep Times
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Enjoy recreating the bold flavors and iconic textures of Taco Bell’s Mexican Pizza from the comfort of your kitchen—no drive-thru required!
